Nicholas Zaccanelli

About Nicholas Zaccanelli

I’m an experienced thought and people leader with a proven track record driving digital transformation across Fortune 500 organizations in highly regulated industries, including finance, insurance, and healthcare.My work focuses on building enterprise-wide audit, risk, data, and analytics programs that turn complex information into actionable insights. I specialize in forensic data analysis involving financial and medical records, strengthening risk management, compliance, and decision-making in environments where precision and accountability matter most.An expert project manager, I’ve led large-scale, long-term capital projects that modernize systems, streamline reporting, and unlock the value of data for business growth and regulatory confidence.I lead through collaboration, influence, and clear storytelling—connecting teams and stakeholders around a shared vision for innovation. Professionally curious and insight-driven, I’m passionate about exploring how data, technology, and innovation create better outcomes for organizations and the people they serve.

Experience

1. Director of Internal Audit

   Genworth

   May 2017 — Present · Richmond, VA, US

   Established an integrated-model data analytics function and team within an existing Internal Audit Department. Authored a multi-year plan for program and staff development. Piloted program to produce results and generate buy-in from critical Executive, Client, and Board Leaders. Embed data ethics to protect customer sensitive information, personal identifiable information, personal health information, employee sensitive information, and proprietary information.Developed a process methodology, policies and procedures, and quality assessment criteria. Used each to ensure data analytics were relevant, consistent, and of high quality. Built a use case inventory for repeatable and ad hoc analytics. Supported legacy on-premise and developing cloud (Azure & AWS) data sources within an IT co-sourcing model.Built a team of analytics professionals from existing staff through training and coaching. Drove performance by providing staff a training curriculum with frequent opportunities for guided and independent application. Increased the team size gradually to meet the growing demand for analytical products. Established and maintained a cross-functional community of excellence among other data-centric and analytical teams throughout the Enterprise across all risk Lines-of-Defense.Generated annual budgets for the data analytics function and team, including staff development through training and certifications. Sourced tools and training best suited to Internal Audit needs and staff capabilities. Negotiated pricing on tools, technology, and consulting services.

Education

• Northwood University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration, Minor in Marketing

  2003 — 2008

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  Master of Business, Decision Analytics

  2014 — 2016